Garni-Geghard pagan & Christian Private Tour
The most magnificent and amazing temple in Armenia that is more than 2000 years old, very well preserved and restored, still calls you to come and worship the SUN and the glory of the ancient times.
During the tour we offer to enjoy the real master-class of "Lavash" baking and taste the home-made jams and dried fruits.
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Garni-Geghard pagan & Christian Private Tour
Pickup included
What's included in Garni-Geghard pagan & Christian Private Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Garni Temple
The true and unique masterpiece of Hellenistic architecture in Armenia is the pagan temple of the Sun, Garni. It is one of the most ancient landmarks in Armenia which has survived since pagan period. A disastrous 1679 earthquake destroyed the temple. It was reconstructed in 20th century.
The Monastery of Geghard
The monastery complex Geghard or Gegardavanq (means a spear in Armenian) is an outstanding medieval architecture that reached us remarkably well- preserved. The beautiful landscape of Geghard is framed with towering cliffs. Decorative art cut into rocks reflects and explains Medieval Ages development throughout the region. The complex was introduced to the history in the 4th century as a sacred spring inside a cave.
Garni Gorge
Garni Gorge & the Symphony of Stones: Nature’s Masterpiece Explore the breathtaking Garni Gorge, a natural wonder just outside Yerevan. Carved by the Azat River, this stunning canyon is best known for its remarkable basalt rock formations — famously called the Symphony of Stones. These towering, hexagonal columns look like a giant, frozen pipe organ, stretching down the cliffside. It's a mesmerizing sight that feels both otherworldly and majestic — a must-see for nature lovers and photographers alike! Pair your visit with the nearby Garni Temple, the only remaining Greco-Roman colonnaded temple in the region, for a perfect blend of nature, history, and adventure. Get ready to walk through a geological symphony that tells a story millions of years old!
Inclusions
- Bottled water
- Driver/guide
- Local taxes
- Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
- Accommodation
- Any meals
- Tickets
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Wheelchair accessible
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 15 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
We are picking up from any hotel/place in Yerevan and drop off at any hotel/place in Yerevan
